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Question
Explain the following concept.
Age of Renaissance
Solution
The Renaissance is a period from the 14th to the 17th century, considered the bridge between the Middle Ages and Modern history.
The main characteristics of the Renaissance are:
- It started as a cultural movement in Italy in the Late Medieval period and later spread to the rest of Europe.
- Renaissance means rebirth. (French: “Rebirth”). It was like a rebirth of art, sculpture, paintings, perspectives, etc.
- This period in European civilization can be characterized by a surge of interest in classical scholarship and values.
- The Renaissance also witnessed the discovery and exploration of new continents.
- The Renaissance was a cultural movement that initially began in Florence, Italy, but later spread throughout Europe.
- It started around 1350 and ended around 1600.
- During the Renaissance, people experienced changes in art, learning, and many other things.
CAUSES OF RENAISSANCE:
- Rise of academicians
- Reintroduction of traditional Works
- The discovery of the Printing Press
- support of Rulers, Popes, and Nobles
- The social movement
- Trade and success
- New Wealth and the Black Death
- Peace and War
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